April 2012 Issue

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Read Up Chicago!!!

Features: Chavias Houston

Reasons Men Do Not Share Feelings

Kaoir (Step outside of the norm)

Contents

Chavias Houston Art Pg. 3

Trina New Look Pg. 6

Kaoir by Keyshia Kaoir Pg. 8

Reasons Men Don’t Share Feeling Pg. 10

Fishtail Braid Pg. 11

Swave The Lion by Kelli Anthony Pg. 12

Chavias (Chavias) Houston the oldest of

five, was born on the Southside of Chicago on

September 7, 1991. Chavias, spent most of his

early childhood traveling with parents Claude

and Lynda Houston during their years in the air

force. In 1997, the Houstons settled in Chicago

after his father was honorably discharge from

the military. His parents were soon divorced

after that. “The frustration didn't hit until I was

older”, Chavias describes as he and his

grandmother cared for his sick sister while his

mother worked two jobs. Even at a young age,

Chavias found relief through music. He soon

found himself fond of all types of music as he

would rummage through his mother’s Jodeci

and Tupac cd's as she worked almost 17 hour

shifts to support her family.

Later, Chavias learned to express his

frustration through his own voice. He enjoyed

singing for his mother and in school plays. In

1998 he was chosen to model for a talent

agency, but later could not afford such an

investment. His mother's time and money were

spent to support his incessantly sick sister.

When Chavias was only 9 years old his younger

sister Claudeisha Houston “his pride and joy”,

passed away. Her death took a tole on

everyone, mainly his mother. “I saw my mother

cry almost every day for a month.” From that

moment on he vowed to ease her heart. As

Chavias became older his artistic interest

broadened as he became fascinated with

documentation, drawing, and rapping.

In 8th grade Chavias formed a rap duo

between himself as Jus-Ice and his cousin Quick.

At the time Chavias and his cousin goofed off

with a low-tech Kodak digital camera

pretending to be the star of his favorite music

videos, rapping about girls and some of the

things he experienced in school. Occasionally,

he would mix in some of the hardships he had

experienced as a child but he felt as though his

lyrics lacked substance. As he grew, his lyrics

developed and he became more conscious of

his life as well as his surroundings. Chavias

learned to exchange his stress from his

separated parents, sick mother, departed sister;

and express them in a positive manner. “Jus-Ice

was the kid me. As I got older I realized my

mother named me Chavias to symbolize my

individuality. So now that I’ve found myself as

an individual I no longer want people to see me

as “Jus-Ice, the kid”. I want people to see me as

Chavias the man." He is no longer Jus-Ice with

an upside down pencil and a 4.0 megapixel

camera. He is now a man with a Mic and a

Canon Rebel TLI. Today Chavias has done

photography as well as collaborated with

several of Chicago’s very own artists such as,

Disturbing The Peace's BXC, Red Button, Kenlo

Key and more. “I do this for my mother. I've

seen her stress till she's sick. But it’s ok now cuz

I got the medicine. I’m not a rapper, I’m an

artist, and music is a picture of my life.”

Written by: Vinson Black

Trina’s Second Chance with A New Look

Trina’s second chance has come along great! Trina was very uncomfortable at first with help from

celebrity stylist June Ambrose, but Trina humbled her pride and allowed June to transform the sexy,

provocative Trina we all know into a modern, pop, yet still sexy Trina we can still love. Trina is still “Da

baddest Bitch!” She proved her name by pulling off a new image and still keeping her fans satisfied.

Most wonder, “Why a new look?” “Why now?” Trina felt that after five albums or more it is time to

change things up a bit. Staying in the race, and keeping up with the interest of the fans and how rapidly

music is changing, it’s only right that Trina changes her style up a bit. Look forward to Trina’s new album.

A bit of sexy, techno, and something you can definitely dance to!

Old Trina

Kaoir by Keyshia Kaoir

Keyshia Dior Self Made millionaire, entrepreneur, model, actress, and stylist is the brilliant and

creative mind behind Kaoir. If this is your first time hearing of Kaoir, continue reading and I will

share with you the greatness behind the product. Kaoir markets eye shadow, lipsticks, lip gloss,

nail polish, and tank tops. The line started in 2011. Kaoir lipsticks nail polishes, and eye shadows

are bright, vibrant, and young like Keyshia Dior, who recently changed her name to Keyshia

Kaoir. Her purpose was so that whenever the public heard her name they would instantly think of

Kaoir products. Each name of her lipsticks speaks and says something about them as if they each

have a story. For example “neon rockstarr” a color Keyshia created with celebrity endorser

Trina. Aside from Keyshia and Trina being

really good friends outside of business,

Trina sincerely supports the line. “I actually

love the product,” Trina stated, while doing

a photo shoot for the new color “Neon

Rockstarr”.

Not only does Keyshia have a spot for a

celebrity spotlight she also has a heart;

which is why she created “Survivor” a

lipstick designed specifically to support the

Susan G. Komen Cure. The product

“Survivor” supports the cause and the cure

for Cancer a major disease that has taken the

lives of many family and friends. All the

profits earned from the lipstick “Survivor”

are donated to the Susan G. Komen Cure.

Kaoir products give you a chance to set

yourself aside from others. As Keyshia

stated when she first started wearing the

colors before they were branded in 2011

people definitely looked at her strange. But

that did not stop her from wearing the

stunning lipsticks. Kaoir lipsticks are

smooth, silky, and long lasting. The best

feature is that they don’t crack and they can

be worn without lip gloss. The colors shine

and look vibrant all by themselves. Another

awesome fact is that the products are not

tested on animals. Visit www.kaoir.com

today to find the best match for you. There

are plenty of sales going on at the moment

so hurry up and buy!

Model in first photo Trina

Model in Second photo TCP Model Makeup by Ty Kodak

Reasons Men Do Not Share Their

Feelings

Does it threaten a man’s masculinity if he advises to his mate

that he wants more affection from her? Women are usually the

clingy, needy, and emotional partner in a relationship. So maybe

when a man feels he needs or wants more affection he begins to

pull away because he is threatened himself by the thought of

him being the “clingy,” “needy,” and “emotional,” partner.

“I’m a man!”

“Men don’t

cry.”

“Men aren’t

emotional.”

FISHTAIL BRAID

The “Fishtail Braid” is a popular hair style

trending right now! If you haven’t heard of

it you must see. It is being worn by

celebrities everywhere. From Rihanna,

Fergie, Kim Kardashian, and so on. This

style can be worn for just about any

occasion. It’s fun because you can dress it

down or dress it up. It is not like the French

braid it is more stylish than that. This braid

actually resembles the fish. Check out the

tutorial and the photos below on the fishtail

braid.

http://youtu.be/qkV4ptjPf3M

Photographer: Ty Kodak

Model: Jordan

Swave The Lion by: Kelli Anthony

Model: Kevyn Campbell

Photo by: Kelli Anthony

Website: www.kellianthony.com

Purchase Shirts at Fashionable Addictions 22 S. Western Chicago,

IL

Get the same look under $100.00 at Dots

Sources

www.papermag.com

http://www.facebook.com/kelli.anthony2

http://www.facebook.com/tcpmodels

www.kaoir.com

http://youtu.be/qkV4ptjPf3M

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